Ms Rachel Collier:

I would like to thank Senator Casey. It is important a voice is given to young people in Leinster House. This is a great example of how young people can effect change. We had another theme, which I mentioned, on the issue of sexting. I was completely unaware of the impact it had on young people until they told us. They subsequently met the Garda Commissioner, who will examine the guidelines on that. The legislation around sexting is totally inappropriate for young people. Often young people see things we do not see because we are not exposed to them. They see things way ahead of time. They were a major force in the marriage equality campaign. LGBT rights have been talked about by young social innovators for years. They see things in advance of the rest of us. Therefore, it is good to give them a voice.